sarah m. page
EXPERIENCE
SMP Studios, Madison, WI
Freelance Designer – February 2008 to present
Ownership and complete operation of a design firm providing identity, print media, and website development services to a variety of clients. Experience with every step of the print and web design processes.
Main Freelance Clients:
DEMCO, Madison, WI
Designer – June 2010 to September 2011
Key player on the Media Services Team accountable for the strategy and execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns, presentation of creative concepts to executives, and ensuring that brand integrity remains intact across multiple brands. Responsible for print material design and catalog production, along with the successful translation of designs into the website environment. Plan and direct photo shoots with products and models, as well as mentor other designers and production artists when needed.
Geary Company, Las Vegas, NV
Graphic Designer – March 2006 to February 2008
Joined the fast-paced advertising agency to work on a wealth of client identity, brand and print media projects. Developed master-level project management skills while working cohesively within a team of designers.
Scott Drake Enterprises, Henderson, NV
Graphic Designer & Photographer – July 2005 to March 2006
Gathered experience in strategic branding through a mix of marketing materials, packaging design, illustration, studio photography, and website development.
EDUCATION
University of Nevada-Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV
Bachelor of Arts – Fall 2003 to Spring 2005
Studio Art with a Graphic Design Emphasis
Consistently recognized on College of Fine Arts Dean’s Honor List and a member of the National Society of Scholars.
University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT
Graphic Design Major – Fall 2001 to Spring 2003
Dean's List, two-sport scholarship athlete, as well as Arts & Entertainment Editor for the student newspaper.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Mac and PC Platforms
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Acrobat
- QuarkXPress
- Dreamweaver
- WordPress
- XHTML + CSS
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Quickbooks
EXPERTISE
- Branding and Visual Identity
- Content Management Systems
- Copywriting and Editing
- Marketing and Advertising
- Photo Editing and Manipulation
- Print Design and Layout
- Project Management
- Site Style Design
- Typography
- User Interface Design
- Website Development and Maintenance
References available upon request.
